Pongging

Pongging is a village located in Katan circle of Upper Siang district in Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Katan (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Yingkiong. As per 2009 stats, Pongging village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Pongging unique in its vibrant Katan-Upper Siang region. You’ll see Pongging’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Pongging

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pongging is 264034. Pasighat is nearest town to Pongging village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 100km away.

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Population of Pongging

According to the 2011 Census, Pongging has a total population of about 339, with approximately 159 males and 180 females. The sex ratio is around 1132 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 39 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 339. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.41%, with male literacy at about 66.04% and female literacy near 51.67%. There are around 50 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pongging's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 339 159 180
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 39 17 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 339 159 180
Literate Population 198 105 93
Illiterate Population 141 54 87

Connectivity of Pongging

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pongging. As per the 2011 stats, Pongging had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pongging

Knowing the nearby villages of Pongging helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pongging.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pongging

Where is Pongging located?
Pongging village is situated in Katan Circle, within the Upper Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pongging?
Pongging serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Pongging as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pongging is 339, with 159 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Pongging as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pongging village has a total of 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pongging as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pongging is 58.41%. The male literacy rate is 66.04%, while the female literacy rate is 51.67%.